Winter at Deplar Farm

If there’s a singular Eleven property that has perfected our secret sauce—off the grid, a mix of zen and stoke-able scenery, and “best day of my life” potential—it’s Deplar Farm. Given Iceland’s astronomical tourism boom, Deplar is perfectly positioned as the island’s top property. Located on the Troll Peninsula, the modern lodge is a nod to the local landscape and Icelandic architecture, yet seamlessly surprises: Watch the Northern Lights from an outdoor, geothermal infinity pool after a day of summit-to-sea heli-skiing, ski touring, or snowmobiling.

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Heli-Skiing

Our heli-ski clients are Adventure Capitalists by design. Tackling untracked descents on Iceland’s Arctic maritime snowpack is for both the hard charger and the smooth cruiser. Sea-to-summit has never looked this good. Think vast valleys that scream for first tracks. Massages back at Deplar are a must, as you’ll want to push your ski legs to max output. And during no-fly weather days, go cat skiing or hot-spring hopping.

A week in the life

Cat Skiing

At Deplar, cat skiing is accessed right out our front door. After a steep, short cat ride up our alpine neighbor, the “White Whale,” aspects of the Troll Peninsula come into sharp focus. The terrain is a great intro to Iceland’s backcountry and ideal for adventurous little ones while Mom and Dad tackle the big guys via heli-ski.

Hot Springs

Iceland is famous for its natural geothermal wonders. A pool can be found in nearly every public school, yet the real treasures are the natural hot pools. You won’t find changing rooms or floaty toys. What you will discover is naturally heated water from the center of the earth. Some of them are located out in the open, with views of waterfalls, while others are slotted into cracks between lava fields.

Whale Watching

There’s whale watching. And then there’s Icelandic whale watching. If the scenery of the fjord isn’t enough, watching these giant mammals in their natural habitat certainly has “best-day-ever” potential. Scan the water’s surface. Spy a water spout. Then follow these otherworldly creatures while they feed and prep for another deep dive. Camera highly suggested.

Snowmobiling

The high-alpine ocean of white during winter in Iceland screams for a snowmobile. Whether wanting get-after-it, hair-raising ascents, or mellow, scenic cross-country, you’ll traverse some of the world’s most remote, raw locations.

Surfing

It’s no surprise the north Atlantic Ocean serves up enviable surf, but the quality of the breaks offers an element of surprise. Yes, it’s cold. Yet outfitted with our 6/5/4 mm wetsuits, you’ll be comfortable. Your stoke will be what you make of it, as this stretch of sea can sing “How You Like Me Now” during major swells. Expect mostly right-handers, with an occasional left break. And you may just spot local pro surfer Heidar Logi in his happy place.

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